Structural Welder

Aerotek; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Full benefits package

$140 per diem

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking a skilled Structural Welder with pulse arc expertise. Four years of naval shipyard experience and proficiency in MIG, flux-core, and pulse arc welding are required. The role involves building aircraft carriers and submarines in a fully on-site Newport News, VA environment.

Expect $45/hour with a $140 per diem, paid weekly, and a full benefits package. This contract position emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and strict adherence to MIL-STD-248D qualification tests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of naval shipyard welding experience.
• Proficient in multiple welding techniques including MIG, flux-core and pulse arc.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building aircraft carriers and submarines.
• Perform multi-pass, all-position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GMAW-P.
• Work in shipboard environments, climbing ladders and staging.
• Ensure OSHA compliance in shipbuilding.
• Conduct air carbon arc gouging and use fillet/butt weld gauges.
• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests per MIL-STD-248D.

Skills

Pulse arc welding

MIG

Flux-core

SMAW

GMAW

GMAW-P

Tools

Pulse arc welding equipment

MIG welding

Welding gauges

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

Compensation: $45 and $140 in per diem

Job Located in VA or SC (Single-site)

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Structural Welder with expertise in pulse arc welding. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in naval shipyard environments, utilizing various welding techniques including MIG, flux-core, and pulse arc welding.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the building of aircraft carriers and submarines
• Perform multi-pass, all position fillet and butt welds using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, and GMAW-P processes.
• Work in physically demanding environments such as shipboard and sub-assemblies, climbing ladders and staging.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.
• Conduct Air Carbon Arc Gouging and ensure proficiency in using fillet and butt weld gauges.
• Pass all position, multi-pass butt weld qualification tests according to MIL-STD-248D standards.

Pay/Benefits

• $45/hr
• $140 per diem
• Paid weekly
• Full benefits package

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.